PERMANENT HOLIDAY LIGHT REVIEW
How does Oelo compare?
No VISIBLE Bumps
WATERPROOF
No HOles in Gutters
TWICE THE LIFESPAN
WHY OELO IS BETTER ...
Note: This comparison chart was assembled using published sales information, as reported by each manufacturer. Any information that has not been disclosed in public materials is noted as "Undisclosed."
COMPARE
| RATINGS, PATENTS AND CERTIFICATIONS | Oelo | Ever Lights | Blue Hopper (Inception) | Trim Light | Jelly Fish | Gemstone | Go-Vee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advertised lifetime-use rating | 100,000 hrs. Read more > |
50,000 hrs. | 50,000 hrs. | 50,000 hrs. | 22,000 hrs. | 50,000 hrs. | 50,000 hrs. |
| UL Listed (third-party lighting certification for safety testing) | Yes Read more > |
Undisclosed | Yes | Yes | Undisclosed | Yes | Undisclosed |
| Waterproof rating (IP68 is fully-submersible capable) | IP68* Read more > |
Undisclosed | IP67 | IP68 | Undisclosed | IP67 | IP67 |
| Fire rating (V-0 represents self-extinguishing lights) | V-0* Read more > |
Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed |
| Dark Sky Lighting standards | Meets select standards Read more > |
Undisclosed | Meets select standards | Meets select standards | Undisclosed | Yes | Undisclosed |
| U.S. patented (select system elements) | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Industrial-grade covers | .040-thick aluminum and .070-thick acrylic (thickest materials in the industry) | Undisclosed | .060-thick ABS/acrylic | N/A | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | Undisclosed |
| System warranty | 5 years Details > | 1-15 years | 10 years | Product lifetime | 1 year labor, 3 years parts | 5 years | 3 years |
| LED / CONTROL FEATURES | Oelo | Ever Lights | Blue Hopper (Inception) | Trim Light | Jelly Fish | Gemstone | Go-Vee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 36v | 24v | 24v or 36v | 12v | 48v | 12v | 24v or 36v |
| Standard light spacing | 10" or closer | 12" or closer | 12" or closer | 6," 9” or 12” | 9" | 9" | 12"+ |
| Multi-color capable (can display more than 2 colors at a time) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Individually addressable lights (each light can be programmed) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Control box location (interior/exterior) | Indoors or outdoors | Indoors only | Indoors or outdoors | Indoors or outdoors | Indoors only | Indoors or outdoors | Indoors or outdoors |
| Android or iOS compatible | Both | Both | Both | Both | Both | Both | Both |
| Cloud-based operation | Yes, or in-range WiFi option | Yes, only option | Yes, or in-range WiFi option | Yes, or in-range WiFi option | Undisclosed | Yes or in-range Bluetooth option | Yes or in-range Bluetooth option |
| Ability to control my lights from a computer web browser | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
| Ability to operate lights without internet | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Zones / multi-building operation | Yes (unlimited buildings) | Yes (number of zones undisclosed) | Yes | Yes | Yes (number of zones undisclosed) | Yes (number of zones undisclosed) | Yes (number of zones undisclosed) |
| Custom creation of programs and motion patterns | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Pre-set programs and motion patterns | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automated timer function | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Year-round scheduling capability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Security spotlight feature (selective LED illumination) | Yes | No | Undisclosed | Yes | Yes | Yes | Undisclosed |
| SYSTEM APPEARANCE / INSTALLATION DETAILS | Oelo | Ever Lights | Blue Hopper (Inception) | Trim Light | Jelly Fish | Gemstone | Go-Vee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Material options for LED cover/channel | Aluminum OR acrylic | Aluminum only | Non-aluminum plastic | Aluminum only | Aluminum only | Aluminum only | No Covers |
| Light cover / channel susceptible to rust/corrosion | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | N/A |
| LEDs flush behind lens (vs. protruding from cover, creating visible bumps) | Flush acrylic design | Protruding LEDs | Flush acrylic design | Protruding LEDs | Protruding LEDs | Protruding LEDs | Protruding LEDs |
| Face-mounting options for outward traditional glow | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* |
| Under-mounting options to create down-light/wall-wash effect | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Holes and wires in gutters | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | No |
| Built-in space to run additional wires | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Difficult miter cuts when installing | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No DIY Option | No |
| Open miter cut gaps (leave channel susceptible to insect nesting) | No | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Authorized installation network locations | Nation Wide, Canada | CO, KY, LA, NJ, OH, TN | Nationwide | Nationwide, Canada | Nationwide | Nationwide North America | No Installation Network |
| Self-install DIY option | Yes (easy-to-order online light kits!) | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Installation Method | Mechanical Fastener | Mechanical Fastener | Mechanical Fastener | Mechanical Fastener | Mechanical Fastener | Mechanical Fastener | 3M Tape |
*Lights can be turned to face outward but unsightly bumps will be visible.
PICK YOUR LOOK WITH OELO
DISPLAY OPTIONS
TRADITIONAL OUTWARD FACING
DOWN LIGHTING/WALLWASH
